G23 Tow rigs with pics

[Chuck]

12 posts before we actualy got a picture like he requested...sheeesh! Boat and truck really do have the same rims.

2015 F250 diesel.

Nice rig!!

I really miss living in St. George. Sand Hollow is a blast... Until a couple other boats are on the water.

[bradw]

Rig number one and two.... Lucky I only travel 6km to the lake makes it's hard to justify an American truck at 150k+.

[SANonTellico]

8k on paper makes for a real easy lawsuit if you ever get in a wreck while you're over loaded, which you are... whether it's your fault or not. Not sure
why people buy a $150k+ boat because it's exceptional at everything it does and then tow it with something that isn't.

Not sure I agree that there is an easy lawsuit. Changing only the axle ratio or going to a smaller engine can dramatically reduce the rated towing capacity. Same brakes, same suspension, same truck except one will accelerate slower and will have a harder time maintaining its speed going uphill.

I believe to win the lawsuit it would be necessary to prove that being overweight is the cause of the accident, simply being over the manufacturer's rated limit isn't automatic cause.

That being said, if I towed my boat frequently or for long trips I would definitely want the best possible setup, including engine, axle ratio, etc. If towing only involves going from storage to the lake in the spring then a return trip in the fall, engines and axles wouldn't be a major concern.

Side Note: I like the Raptor but prefer the Ram Rebel, the Rebel (Crew Cab, Hemi, 4x4, 3.92 axle) is rated for 9,950 lbs.

[Josh9487]

I pull my G-25 with a 2012 F-250 with H&S tune. I used to tow with an F-150 but it struggled a little on steep hills. With my F-250 you barely know that the boat is back there so I would definitely recommend an F-250 for sure.

[Kevcec94]

Seems to be a shortage of Chevy owner's here! Here's my 1500 Silverado, 5.3L DI engine (11,000 lb capacity). This was on the way back from a customer demo last fall and had to snap a picture. I tow everything with this truck and it does great. Towing a G21 from North Jersey to the Adirondacks (180 Miles) I was impressed to get 10.5 mpg

[RacingSims]

The only thing this thread is going to accomplish is me realizing I need new truck rims to match my trailer! That's what I get for looking during work! Great photos all.

[Chad52]

Well, this is depressing. Here's my old vintage 2008 210 SANTE behind the F-250 w/ 6.7L Super Duty. Man, everybody and their new boats....

[markj]

Well, this is depressing. Here's my old vintage 2008 210 SANTE behind the F-250 w/ 6.7L Super Duty. Man, everybody and their new boats....

With that rig, I'd say you need to zip it. You're doing just fine as you are.

[Kevcec94]

Well, this is depressing. Here's my old vintage 2008 210 SANTE behind the F-250 w/ 6.7L Super Duty. Man, everybody and their new boats....

I don't care what anyone says, you still own one of the nicest boats Nautique's ever made

[Mikesg]

Also not a G23 but I tow our 21 with a 2016 Tundra....

[ScooterMcgavin]

Also not a G23 but I tow our 21 with a 2016 Tundra....

Beautiful rig and I'm diggin the color scheme with the yellow hull bottom!

[Jakehere]

Also not a G23 but I tow our 21 with a 2016 Tundra....

with out a WDH, it looks like the g21 sags the tundras rear end pretty good? Is that a problem? Or do you have a front lift and no lift in back that's exaggerating the sag?

[Mikesg]

with out a WDH, it looks like the g21 sags the tundras rear end pretty good? Is that a problem? Or do you have a front lift and no lift in back that's exaggerating the sag?

The truck is lifted and the sag is somewhat exaggerated in that pic. It is a 1/2-ton chassis and, in my opinion, a little 'soft' in the rear suspension. I only tow back and forth to the lake (about 30 miles each way with several hills to climb)....It pulls great and has plenty of power for my use. Here's another pic from a slightly different angle...its squatted in the rear but maybe doesn't seem as much as the previous photo. A WDH may be the way to go for traveling longer distances.

[Colbrofoot]

No problem with the raptor towing our G23.

[Kenv]

Not a 23.....but a little 250 muscle to pull my G21